Caesar Salad Recipe

Name: Recipe for Caesar Salad
Prep time: 25 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/2 cup neutral flavored oil (I like avocado oil or olive oil); 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice; 1 whole egg; 1 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce; 2 cloves of garlic (more if you're my husband's family); 1/2 cup parmesan cheese (half grated, half shredded); 1 to 2 cups croutons; 1 large head of romaine, chopped (or 2 romaine hearts); Cracked black pepper to taste

Published: Sep 4, 2019 · Modified: Oct 18, 2025 by Joanie Simon · This post may contain affiliate links · 50 Comments

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I got in BIG trouble with the cousins when I shared this treasured family recipe. I guess when they said "secret", they meant it. 🙈

This Caesar Salad Recipe has been perfected over four generations, handed down from Ryan's great grandma. It's a staple at family functions and it's the only green salad my kids regularly request.

Overhead image of a bowl of Caesar Salad

The magic is in the zesty homemade Caesar salad dressing with lots of garlic and lemon.

Ryan's family is also the source of our beloved kifle cookie recipe. I married into some great food!

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Garlic Lovers
The Lettuce for Caesar Salad
How to Make Homemade Caesar Salad Dressing
Does Caesar Dressing Have Raw Eggs?
What kind of cheese is in Caesar Salad?
What to serve with Caesar salad
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Recipe for Caesar Salad
Frequently Asked Questions

Garlic Lovers

It is a dangerous dish because it's pretty heavy-handed with the garlic. If you're in mixed company, maybe scale back on the garlic cloves. But, if you want to keep the vampires away, this recipe will rock your world.

overhead view ingredients including romaine lettuce, garlic, lemon, and parmesan cheese

The Lettuce for Caesar Salad

Romaine is the traditional lettuce for Caesar salad. I always go for fresh lettuce and cut it myself. The bagged stuff isn't really "my bag."

I personally chop lettuce with a regular chef's knife, but my mother-in-law is a die-hard tear-it-by-hand type. Other people swear by using a special lettuce knife because it doesn't bruise the lettuce.

How to Make Homemade Caesar Salad Dressing

The dressing is easy to make. I drop all of the ingredients into a mason jar and use my immersion blender to blend it all up. This saves time instead of mincing the garlic. Of course, if you prefer your dressings shaken, not blended, you can mince the garlic, add the other ingredients into a salad dressing container and shake to mix.

Be sure to use fresh lemon juice because it's such a significant percentage of the dressing. I've had people report back negative results after using the bottled lemon juice, because, well, that stuff ain't fresh.

The dressing is also wonderful on other things. I use it as a dipping sauce, drizzle it on veggies, and use it as a sauce for other entrees.

Does Caesar Dressing Have Raw Eggs?

Traditional Caesar Salad does contain raw eggs. If you're concerned about egg safety, you can buy pasteurized eggs at the store.

I use the regular ones and our family has been enjoying this recipe for decades without incident.

Overhead view of assembled Classic Caesar Salad with tongs and two types of parmesan cheese

What kind of cheese is in Caesar Salad?

This is important. The original family recipe for Caesar salad simply calls for grated parmesan. But, my mother-in-law has developed the two-parm method using shredded parmesan AND grated.

It's a texture bonus to have the larger shreds while also having the granular texture of the grated. I highly recommend it. You can buy it shredded and grated, or, like I do, get a wedge of parmesan and use the two different sides of a box grater to get the two different textures.

Overhead image of two plates of Salad on plates with forks and a napkin

What to serve with Caesar salad

Traditionally, the family serves Caesar salad along with grilled steaks. Mmmmmm...I could go for a ribeye right now. At my house, I'll pair it with pretty much any main dish. I also love adding chicken for a main dish salad.

Bread is also a wonderful pairing

Closeup image of Caesar Salad recipe with croutons, parmesan cheese, romaine lettuce and garlic lemon dressing

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Recipe for Caesar Salad

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Author: Joanie Simon
Prep Time: 25
Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: 8 servings
Category: salad
Method: salad
Cuisine: American

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Description

A classic Caesar Salad Recipe with fresh romaine, crunchy croutons, parmesan cheese and a tangy light homemade Caesar dressing.

Ingredients

½ cup neutral flavored oil (I like avocado oil or olive oil)
½ tsp salt
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
1 whole egg
1 ½ tsp Worcestershire sauce
2 cloves of garlic (more if you're my husband's family)
½ cup parmesan cheese (half grated, half shredded)
1 to 2 cups croutons
1 large head of romaine, chopped (or 2 romaine hearts)
Cracked black pepper to taste

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Instructions

Wash and dry lettuce and tear into bite-sized pieces or chop with a knife
Combine the ½ cup of oil, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ cup lemon juice, 1 whole egg, 1 ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, and two cloves of garlic into a jar or dressing container and blend with a blender until smooth. Or, if you mince or press the garlic, simply shake the container until thoroughly mixed.
Toss the lettuce with the dressing to desired amount of dressing, parmesan cheese, and croutons and season with fresh cracked black pepper to taste.

Nutrition

Serving Size:
Calories: 218
Sugar: 1.8 g
Sodium: 371.9 mg
Fat: 17.7 g
Carbohydrates: 10.6 g
Fiber: 2.3 g
Protein: 4.9 g
Cholesterol: 27.6 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I prep this salad ahead of time?

The dressing keeps in the refrigerator for up to 1 week in an airtight container. The salad itself is best assembled right before serving. Once dressed, lettuce wilts quickly. For meal prep, store washed and dried lettuce separately, make the dressing ahead, and toss together when ready to eat.

Can I use pre-shredded and pre-grated parmesan cheese?

You can, but freshly grated parmesan makes a noticeable difference in both the dressing and as a topping. Pre-shredded cheese contains anti-caking agents that affect texture and flavor. A block of parmesan lasts months in the fridge and takes just a minute to grate.

Can I use a lettuce other than romaine for Caesar Salad?

Absolutely! I've used this with kale, cabbage, even mixed greens and spinach. The dressing is also tasty on sandwiches and in slaw.

Why is it called Caesar Salad?

Caesar salad was created in 1924 by Italian-American restaurateur Caesar Cardini at his restaurant in Tijuana, Mexico. It's named after him, not the Roman emperor. He reportedly invented it during a busy Fourth of July weekend when supplies were running low, tossing together what he had on hand.

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About Joanie Simon

Joanie Simon is a food photographer, health coach, and recipe developer sharing blood-sugar-friendly recipes that make eating well both simple and satisfying. Through her blog The Dinner Bell, she helps families enjoy balanced meals without giving up flavor or fun.

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